Sad performance (2)

Raphael Earhart

 

August 6, 1437

 

The Day of the Operation.

 

— If you find yourself in a life-threatening situation and can't escape on your own, break this capsule.

 

Alea placed a dark sphere into my hand. I shook it slightly—it felt like it was filled with liquid mixed with some kind of powder or similar substance.

 

— Understood. Thank you.

 

I gave her a slight smile, and she returned it. I still couldn't fully tell if her concern for me was genuine or if she had an ulterior motive. But deep inside, I felt that her care was real, and that made things easier.